Brooklyn College is committed to providing a safe, healthful and sustainable work and learning environment. The goal of this program is to establish roles and responsibilities and proactive procedures to prevent employee injuries and illnesses; reduce risk and exposures to campus community members; reduce direct and indirect costs associated with incidents; improve morale and efficiency; and comply with regulatory mandates. The program serves as a framework for the College environmental health and safety program, and all employees have a responsibility to follow and adhere to items outlined herein.